It's not you – summer travel costs are up. When to fly, where to go
Summer travel costs are rising due to higher airfare, increased checked bag fees, and reduced flight schedules caused by a global fuel shortage. Travelers are adapting by being flexible, considering domestic destinations, and booking flights and hotels together to save.
Summer travel costs are increasing due to higher airfare, increased checked bag fees, and reduced flight schedules. Airlines are working to offset a global fuel shortage caused by the war in Iran. According to Skyscanner's Smarter Summer report, nearly 25% of surveyed Americans are unsure when summer flights are cheapest. Travelers are making it work by trading international for domestic destinations and being flexible to score the best deals. Expedia's Summer Travel Outlook found that travelers who stay flexible, stay closer to home, and look beyond obvious destinations can still unlock meaningful savings. The cheapest days to fly for domestic trips are June 3 and 4, and for international travel, August 11 and 17, based on Expedia flight data.
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